Dear Colleague,

Molecular approaches continue to shape the future of biological sciences, offering transformative solutions across all disciplines of plant protection. Over the past two decades, the integration of genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, functional analyses, gene editing, and RNAi technologies has revolutionized research in entomology, plant pathology, and weed science. These tools have paved the way for innovative diagnostics, targeted pest control, and sustainable crop protection strategies.

The 1st International Molecular Plant Protection Congress (IMPPC), held in Adana in 2019, brought together 42 world-renowned keynote speakers and 14 agricultural and biotechnology companies, making a lasting impression on the global community. This was followed by IMPPC2023 in Bursa, which hosted 87 keynote speakers and over 40 companies, and featured a historic opening lecture by Prof. Craig Mello, awarded the 2006 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his discovery of RNA interference (RNAi)—a breakthrough that has transformed modern molecular biology and pest control technologies.

Now, building on this growing legacy, the 3rd International Molecular Plant Protection Congress (IMPPC2026) will be held on May 18–21, 2026, at the Kremlin Palace in Antalya, Türkiye—an iconic Mediterranean venue celebrated for its stunning coastline, cultural vibrancy, and exceptional hospitality. The congress is co-organized by Ankara University and three distinguished institutions under the Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry: General Directorate of Agricultural Research and Policies , the General Directorate of Food and Control, and the Department of Training and Publication...